Your young historians will learn all about the pharaohs, pyramids, and gods of ancient Egypt with these informational text worksheets, each of which are accompanied by hands-on, follow-up activities.

Illustrated reference page designed for elementary students provides a comprehensive overview of ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses.

The Amarna Period of ancient Egypt only lasted about thirty years but it is one of the most remarkable periods in Egypt's history. It began when the pharaoh Akhenaten, who was married to Nefertiti, built the city of Amarna in honor of...

A brief overview of the Egyptian god of the underworld, Osiris. Contains images and hyperlinked terms.

Students can take a virtual tour of a collection of Egyptian artifacts, visit the sites of numerous archaeological expeditions, and learn a tremendous amount about the complex gods and goddesses of the Egyptian religion.

A brief overview of the Egyptian god of creation, Atum. Contains images and hyperlinked terms.

Introduction to the Gods of Egypt with definitions and descriptions of the Ancient Gods and Goddesses of Egypt and their cultural significance.

Detailed information about Geb, an ancient Egyptian earth god.

A wealth of information about Egyptian religion. It includes an encyclopedia of gods and goddesses, myths, folktales, and articles about religious practices and cultural centers.

Encyclopedia entry detailing the temple complex, Abu Simbel, and discussing the achievements, gods and sacred sites of ancient Egypt.

A brief overview of the Egyptian god of the sky, Horus. Contains images and hyperlinked terms.

A brief overview of the Egyptian god of protection, Isis. Contains images and hyperlinked terms.

Choose Atum from the list on the left, which links to a picture and some information on the Egyptian god.

Choose Isis from the list of Egyptian gods and goddesses on the left. The site includes a picture and some information on the goddess. There is also a link that takes you to a page that tells the Myth of Osiris.

Religion and mythology are very important in understanding how ancient Egyptian culture was formed. This site offers scientific works, series and documents, a dictionary of mythological terms, symbols and basic concepts and ceremonies....

This site from The History Guide provides a general overview of the Egyptian civilization, focusing mainly on its geography, dynasties, and religion.

Information about Geb, an ancient Egyptian earth god.

Reference material for elementary students outlines the history of the ancient pyramids of Egypt. Includes photos of the Great Pyramid at Giza, Saqqara, and the temples built to honor the gods and goddesses.

A brief overview of the major beliefs and legends in Egyptian theology.

Article for kids on the religion, gods and goddess of ancient Egypt. Includes links to activities, worksheets and quizzes.